Our first big Cabernet for Fall - a blockbuster introduction to the stellar 2015 vintage.

The color is practically opaque, with an electric magenta tint. The pleasure is immediate, opening with a boisterous mashup of raspberry, blueberry, dark chocolate, and toasty oak. Entry on the palate is plush, and a dense structure opens up with air to reveal layers of red and black fruits backed with more toasty oak in long finish. This is classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from a fantastic vintage that combines the opulence of 2013 with a more inviting structure. Just a baby right now, but obviously plenty more to come with age.

Due to the sensitive nature of the deal, I actually can’t disclose anything at all about who made this wine. I got the inside track from a friend who, while making a visit to one of his clients, learned of some Napa Cabernet they were willing to move quietly. He called me as he walked out the door, and after listening to him gush excitedly about the quality of the wine, I asked for samples and closed the deal almost immediately upon tasting. Sourced from a triple digit $/bottle program, the wine is comprised of 75% Rutherford fruit, with the balance coming from St. Helena and Calistoga.

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Came back to buy more but found it sold out. Not surprised - excellent wine!

Harold

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7/14/2019

Lot 610 Napa Valley Cab

First thing I noticed was the beautiful dark color as I was pouring the first glass. Lots of big fruit and a very soft mouth feel makes me want more. This wine is very similar to some very expensive wines from the Rutherford region that I have bought in the past and spent BIG money on!!!

Andrew

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7/12/2019

Crowd Pleaser

Brought this bottle to a small group event, very well received. Went well with the small plates, nuts, cheeses. Nothing overpowering, for sure, but a nice Napa Cab.

James

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7/10/2019

Quite nice

Slightly bold and full bodied. Give it a good decant and let it breathe and you won’t be disappointed

Robert

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6/11/2019

Not my style.

OK but I was a little disappointed. I might change my mine when I try it again.

William E

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6/9/2019

Great Cab taste and body

Very smooth with good aroma. Heavy body. I like it very much!

Natalie

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6/8/2019

Toasty!

I could definitely taste the toasty oak notes in this Cabernet! Full-bodied & better after it decanted! I would recommend it!

Andrew

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6/6/2019

Solid value

Drank this the same night as 625 and this bottle was clearly superior - a bit older for sure, but deeper, better fruit, more of a true "Napa Cab".